A major event attracting the attention of the global business and financial community — the "Turkmenistan Investment Forum 2026" (TIF 2026) — solemnly opened today, October 1, at the "Yyldyz" Hotel in Ashgabat. The two-day international forum will continue through October 2.

As one of the media partners of the International Forum, the "Ata Watan Media" team is actively participating in this important event and providing extensive media coverage.

This edition of the investment forum stands out for its broad scope, bringing together representatives from over 200 major international companies, financial institutions, and international organizations originating from more than 40 countries worldwide.

The forum program includes 8 sessions alongside bilateral business meetings. Discussions at the conference will focus on key areas such as the oil, gas, and chemical industries; energy and construction sectors; transport, logistics, and trade opportunities; agribusiness; as well as innovations and green transformation.

International financial institutions demonstrate a strong interest in the country's investment climate and high-potential projects. Prominent global banking institutions participating in the forum include the World Bank, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Asian Development Bank, the Islamic Development Bank, and the Export-Import Bank of China. Furthermore, senior executives from major global firms and agencies such as "Oppenheimer & Co.", "Moody’s", "Fieldfisher", "Canaan", and "Bitdeer" have gathered to pursue close partnership opportunities.

The forum now underway in Ashgabat is expected to provide significant impetus toward expanding Turkmenistan's international investment partnerships and laying the foundation for new joint initiatives.